Software Principal Engineer

Principal Engineer, Software Engineering 

The Software Engineering team delivers next-generation software application enhancements and new products for a changing world. Working at the cutting edge, we design and develop software for platforms, peripherals, applications and diagnostics — all with the most advanced technologies, tools, software engineering methodologies and the collaboration of internal and external partners. 

What you’ll achieve: 

As a Software Principal Engineer, you will develop advanced modules, optimize performance, and contribute to architectural choices. You will collaborate across teams to deliver robust, secure solutions. 

Join us to do the best work of your career and make a profound social impact as a Principal Engineer on our Software Engineering team in Chennai/Bangalore. 

You will: 

• Lead the design and development of security features for SONiC and Linux-based network operating systems across data, control, and management planes
• Drive security architecture for routing, switching, EVPN-VXLAN, AI fabrics, and platform security technologies including secure boot, firmware validation, container security, and hardware root of trust
• Champion Secure Development Lifecycle (SDL) practices, including threat modeling, secure design reviews, code reviews, and security compliance automation
• Partner with product security, platform, architecture, and quality teams to identify risks, resolve complex issues, and ensure secure product delivery
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship while leveraging AI-assisted development and testing tools to improve engineering productivity and software quality

Take the first step towards your dream career 

Every Dell Technologies team member brings something unique to the table. Here’s what we are looking for with this role: 

Essential Requirements 

• 10-15 years of experience developing and securing networking software for enterprise, cloud, and high-performance data center environments
• Strong programming expertise in C/C++ and Python on Linux, with hands-on experience in SONiC or equivalent network operating systems, Linux networking, and containerized architectures
• Deep knowledge of networking and security technologies including BGP EVPN, VXLAN, OSPF, IS-IS, SRv6, ACLs, AAA, PKI, TLS, MACsec, 802.1X, and Zero Trust security principles
• Experience with platform and software security, including secure boot, firmware validation, container security, hardware root of trust, threat modeling, secure design reviews, and security code reviews
• Proven expertise in automation, troubleshooting, and technical leadership, leveraging REST APIs, YANG/OpenConfig, CI/CD pipelines, Ansible, telemetry, vulnerability assessment tools, and AI-assisted development practices

Desirable Requirements 

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field

• Experience in vulnerability management, open-source networking technologies, AI infrastructure ecosystems, large-scale AI fabric validation, and Kubernetes/Slurm-based AI-HPC environments

   

Who we are

We believe that each of us has the power to make an impact. That’s why we put our team members at the center of everything we do. If you’re looking for an opportunity to grow your career with some of the best minds and most advanced tech in the industry, we’re looking for you.

Dell Technologies is a unique family of businesses that helps individuals and organizations transform how they work, live and play. Join us to build a future that works for everyone because Progress Takes All of Us.

Application closing date: 20 November 2026 

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